Tour itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Madrid
After checking in to your hotel, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore the Spanish capital. This evening meet your Contiki Tour Manager and fellow travellers at 6pm in the hotel.
Day 2 Madrid
Our morning sightseeing includes a guided tour of the Royal Palace. The rest of the day is free for you to discover this amazing city. Perhaps see the Bullring or visit the famous Prado Musuem. Tonight why not enjoy the local nightlife?
Day 3 Madrid to Cordoba
Today begins with a morning drive to Toledo, where we see the Gothic cathedral and El Greco's house. We then head south into the heart of Andalusia.
Day 4 Cordoba to Seville
Time this morning to explore the cavernous depths of the Cordoba Mezquita. Later we travel to the host city of the 1992 World Expo - Seville.
Day 5 Seville
Today take the opportunity to visit the tomb of Christopher Columbus and the famous Giralda. Perhaps join us for a visit to the Plaza de Toros before indulging in some of the local tapas.
Day 6 Seville to Granada
Today we visit Gibraltar before travelling east through the Sierra Nevada mountains to the town of Granada which is steeped in Moorish history.
Day 7 Granada
Today is your chance to explore the spectacular former residence of the Moorish Kings - the Alhambra Palace. You'll also have a chance to visit the historic Albaicin district of this city.
Day 8 Granada to Valencia
Continuing east we make our way to the Orange Blossom Coast and its capital, Valencia. Join us for an orientation tour and see the medieval Cathedral, home to the Holy Grail.
Day 9 Valencia to Barcelona
Today we travel to the 1992 Olympic city of Barcelona. Arriving early evening we see some of the famous sights, including the Sagrada Familia and Montjuic. After dinner why not head out and explore one of Europe's liveliest cities?
Day 10 Barcelona
Our included sightseeing tour is a great introduction to this celebrated city. See Gaudi's Sagrada Familia Cathedral, the 1992 Olympic Complex and the Gothic district. A chance to experience Barcelona's famed shopping street La Rambla and discover some of Spain's specialties.
Day 11 Barcelona to Madrid
We travel west to Zaragoza. See the impressive Basilica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar. A chance to lunch in this city of four cultures. Then it's on to Madrid! Tonight the chance to end your Spanish experience with a traditional meal in the heart of the city.
Day 12 Depart Madrid
Time to swap addresses and say farewell to your new-found friends as your tour ends after breakfast.